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VK09 ZZU

2009 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,000 mi
Last recorded71,000 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Ka50,765 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 ZZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 71,000 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

rear axle corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2026 71,000 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front wing corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2025 68,903 miles

rear axle corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2025 68,903 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear axle corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2024 66,132 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2024 66,132 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 62,112 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 56,491 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 56,491 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 51,223 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 46,197 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 46,180 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 41,234 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2018 35,674 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 22,897 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 16,977 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,363 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 9,961 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 8,688 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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VK09 ZZU is a 2009 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 50,765 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK09 ZZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK09 ZZU registered?

VK09 ZZU is a 2009 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is VK09 ZZU safe to buy?

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